Sesotho Home Language - Term 2 - Week 5

Reading fluency is the ability to read a text smoothly and with expression. It involves recognizing words quickly and understanding their meaning. Today, we will practice reading a short story together. As we read, pay attention to how the words flow and how we can use our voices to express different emotions.

Let's read a short story about a cat named 'Mokhulu'. As I read, listen carefully to how I change my voice when Mokhulu is happy or sad. For example, when Mokhulu finds a toy, I will read that part with excitement. After reading, we will discuss how the story made us feel and how we can express those feelings when we read.

Now, we will read the story together as a class. I will point to the words, and you will follow along. After each sentence, I will ask you how we can express that sentence with our voices. For example, if Mokhulu is scared, we might read that part softly. Let's practice reading it together, and I will help you with any tricky words.

After our reading, I want you to write your own sentences about what Mokhulu did in the story. Use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. For example, if you write, 'Mokhulu played with the ball', make sure to put a period at the end. Once you finish writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, using expression in your voice.

• Reading slowly
• Reading with expression and speed
• Reading without understanding
• Reading only in silence

Answer: Reading with expression and speed

Reading fluency means being able to read smoothly and with emotion.

Answer: Change your voice.

Changing your voice helps convey different emotions in the story.

• Start a new line
• Put a period or question mark
• Skip it
• Read louder

Answer: Put a period or question mark

Punctuation marks indicate the end of a sentence.

Answer: A toy.

Mokhulu found a toy, which was an important part of the story.

• To make it boring
• To help others understand the story better
• To read faster
• To skip words

Answer: To help others understand the story better

Reading with expression makes the story more engaging and understandable.

Answer: Question mark.

A question mark is used at the end of a sentence that asks something.

• By reading silently
• By reading aloud with a friend
• By not practicing
• By only reading difficult texts

Answer: By reading aloud with a friend

Reading aloud with a partner helps improve fluency and expression.

Answer: Happiness.